Charity Quote by Simon Armitage
“Killing time in the precinct, I find a copy of one of my early volumes in a dump-bin on the pavement outside the charity shop. The price is 10p. It is a signed copy. Under the signature, in my own handwriting, are the words, "To mum and dad".”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 2020
Finding a cheap, signed book reveals personal history and the value of humble origins.
In simple terms: A cheap signed book shows personal roots.
Key Takeaway
Cherish modest beginnings.
Themes
memory
family
humility
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
Type
personal
literary
When to use this quote
- collecting books
- family reflections
- budget shopping
- personal archives
Key Concepts
authorship
sentimentality
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this find say about your relationship with your parents?
- How do modest objects hold deep meaning?
A Different Perspective
The book’s low price may mask its emotional significance.
